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Auction: 26050 - Jewellery & Objets de Vertu
Lot: 72

CARTIER, A SAPPHIRE AND DIAMOND BIRD BROOCH
CIRCA 1965-1975
The gold body perched on branch set with oval-cut blue sapphire eye and pavé brilliant cut diamond wing.
Tests as 18ct Gold
Signed 'Cartier'
Stamped L9957, 21229
Accompanied by original red Cartier box
Size/dimensions: 5.80cm x 3.50cm
Gross weight: 13.65g

All stones are present and securely set. The piece shows very light wear, with slight warping to the pin, and is offered in very good condition.


Since the early twentieth century, Cartier has drawn inspiration from the natural world, producing a celebrated series of animal and bird jewels that remain among the most recognisable motifs associated with the house. While exotic creatures and colourful birds featured prominently in Cartier's celebrated Tutti Frutti and later high-jewellery creations, the firm also developed a distinctive range of sculptural gold animal brooches during the post-war decades, characterised by their elegance, wit and exceptional craftsmanship.




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Estimate
£5,000 to £6,000

Starting price
£5000